Bear in mind Paprium? An incredible-looking Sega Genesis / Mega Drive scrolling fighter from the group behind the Wii U eShop RPG Pier Photo voltaic (which, by the way, additionally started life on Sega’s 16-bit system), it was introduced over a yr in the past with a proposed launch in late 2017 – a launch that by no means occurred.

Creator WaterMelon cited points with PayPal for inflicting the delay – the studio successfully crowdfunded the sport by accepting pre-order funds in March final yr – and this yr it was acknowledged manufacturing situation was inflicting issues. Nonetheless, Paprium has fallen off the radar considerably (we pre-ordered a duplicate for $90 in March 2017 and have had no e mail communication relating to any delay) and this has predictably led some to counsel that each one isn’t nicely behind the scenes:

Eager to be taught extra, we obtained in contact with the sport’s co-creator, Luis Martins. Throughout the day, Martins works for Ubisoft as a senior lighting designer and may rely AAA video games reminiscent of Rise Of The Tomb Raider, Deus Ex, For Honor and WatchDogs 2 on his CV, however in his spare time he’s (or, extra precisely, was) Paprium’s essential artist and artwork director.

That Tweet is a bit sensational. True, WaterMelon proprietor Gwenael “Fronzie” Godde is a man who lacks all transparency and communication care or abilities.

The sport was introduced by WaterMelon to be launched later this yr. At the least that’s his plan. I already voiced my opinion on WaterMelon’s lack of accountability and the truth that I got here to be taught that lots of people the place lacking funds by way of the years for a few of their later works – together with myself.

Paprium is a product co-created on my own whereas collaborating with WaterMelon, and I would like it to be launched ASAP. It has been out of my management for a while now, and that is why I’ve been upset. That stated, I’ll have to attend and see what Godde will do to launch a sport that followers have been ready for much too lengthy.

The nice information is that there are numerous extra Sega Genesis video games on the way in which, like Crypt Of Dracula, which I am supporting. The Sega Genesis group is rising and we’re all sharing data and help. From the likes of Xeno Disaster and Tanglewood, we’re all buddies and are sharing help. Stay up for nice issues coming your manner!

WaterMelon’s Fb web page states that refunds are being given to anybody who asks.

Have you ever already paid on your copy of Paprium? Are you cheerful to attend a bit of longer for this amazing-looking sport, or have you ever already demanded a refund? Tell us with a remark.